CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a long-established provider of Audit & Accounting services to a diverse portfolio of clients, we are seeking to recruit a Compliance Liaison Officer to join their growing team based in Limassol. Working closely with the AML Officer, the successful applicant will primarily be responsible for ensuring the Firm’s AML policies and procedures are properly and consistently applied, acting as a vital liaison between the Audit and Compliance Teams. An academic background in the fields of Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law or similar is desirable, and previous experience in an AML & KYC focused role is highly desirable, along with sound knowledge of current laws, regulations and common practices in compliance and AML. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Greek and English are a must. A highly attractive remuneration and benefits package is available to the successful candidate, as well as ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Acting as a liaison between the Audit Department and the Compliance Department.
• Review of KYC documentation and due diligence.
• Ensuring that the Firm’s AML policies and procedures are properly and consistently applied.
• Involvement in client acceptance and reacceptance procedures.
• Ensuring client documentation and client reacceptances are up to date.
• Prepare or review reports, documentation, and correspondence.
• Assistance in AML training and ensuring AML training requirements of the Firm are met, in particular on-the-job training.
• Assistance in development and improvement of AML procedures and systems.
• Identifying and carrying out risk matters.
• Reporting any suspicious activity to the Firm’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law or another related field.
• Experience within an AML & KYC role will be considered a significant advantage.
• Sound knowledge of current laws, regulations and common practices in compliance and AML.
• Able to display a high degree of confidentiality and discretion.
• Experience of using electronic AML systems will be considered a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MS office.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional skills.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CySEC AML exams) will be considered as an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of Greek & English, both verbal and written is essential.

Key Benefits: 

• Competitive remuneration package based on skills and experience.
• Provident fund.
• Mothers support scheme.
• Paid training for professional exams.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid options.
• Friday afternoons off.
• Fridays off throughout August.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR7275. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.